RICHARD CROXTON P.A.
NPI 1972655546
Physician Assistant in West Reading, PA

Active since January 17, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
420 S 5TH AVE, WEST READING, PA 19611(484) 628-8059 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 28, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Richard Croxton P.a. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

RICHARD CROXTON P.A. (NPI 1972655546) is an individual physician assistant in West Reading, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MA002918L) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Reading Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in West Reading.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972655546
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD CROXTONCredential: P.A.
Location Address420 S 5TH AVEWest Reading, PA 19611-2143
Mailing AddressPo Box 13579Reading, PA 19612-3579 · (484) 628-0799 · Fax (484) 334-7026
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJanuary 17, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 28, 2018
NPI 1972655546 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in PA · MA002918L
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
420 S 5TH AVE, West Reading, PA 19611

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16th Avenue & Spruce StreetWest Reading, PA 19611 · Phone (610) 988-8059

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Richard Croxton P.a. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3678677044
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070326000234
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance 49083
This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.
111 services45 patients
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
54 services51 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
23 services15 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
22 services22 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
17 services17 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
15 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Reading Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · West Reading, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390044
Location420 S 5th AvenueWest Reading, PA 19611 · Berks County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19611 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

81.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality74.56
Promoting Interoperability97
Improvement Activities40
Cost65.23

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
420 S 5TH AVE
WEST READING, PA 19611
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
420 S 5TH AVE
WEST READING, PA 19611
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
420 S 5TH AVE
WEST READING, PA 19611
Pathology (Forensic Pathology)
420 S 5TH AVE
WEST READING, PA 19611
Physician Assistant
420 S 5TH AVE
WEST READING, PA 19611
Surgery
420 S 5TH AVE
WEST READING, PA 19611
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
420 S 5TH AVE
READING, PA 19611
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
420 S 5TH AVE
WEST READING, PA 19611

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Richard Croxton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Croxton is 1972655546. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 17, 2007.

Where is Richard Croxton located?

Richard Croxton practices at 420 S 5th Ave, West Reading, PA 19611. The listed phone number is (484) 628-8059.

What is Richard Croxton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Richard Croxton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Croxton is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Richard Croxton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Croxton is affiliated with Reading Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Croxton was last updated on March 28, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.